1985 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Honda NSX

To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 523 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Honda Prelude 1997 Honda NSX
Make Honda Honda
Model Prelude NSX
Year Released 1985 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1829 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7100 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 78 mm
Top Speed 183 km/hour 270 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 70 L


 

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